Letters to the Editor

Fairer solution for Scotts Valley lies in housing, not higher taxes In response to Scotts Valley Fire District Board Director Daron Pisciotta (“Ensuring Fairness for All Homeowners with Measure S,” Oct. 4), I appreciate your thoughtful response to my concerns regarding Measure S, but I...

Support Measure U for equitable rates  We can all make a difference working together by voting “Yes” on Measure U for equitable rates in the San Lorenzo Valley Water District. Adopting the Measure U ordinance means the district can rebalance the rate structure and support...

Bradford is the all-round best candidate I support Christopher Bradford for District 5 county supervisor. He’s a natural-born leader you can always count on, like a favorite uncle. I’m independent, and prefer not to lean on others. But just being around him makes me feel safe,...

Martinez’s fiscal record raises red flags In the race for Fifth District supervisor, many concerns have been brought up about Monica Martinez, including lawsuits over misappropriation of grant money and labor law violations, as well as concerns about how she conducted business with the county...

Help affordable housing crisis by voting yes on Prop 5 California has been grappling with an affordable housing crisis for years. Although the state has passed many laws to reduce barriers to create more housing, for people in need of an affordable place to live,...

Support fair water rates and Holloway for SLVWD board This year I’ve had the honor to work with Bruce Holloway on a Citizen’s Initiative, now Measure U on the November ballot, to repair San Lorenzo Valley Water District’s controversial, inequitable rate structure. Bruce is also...

Martinez represents hope and practical solutions I live in Boulder Creek and have taken the time to attend campaign gatherings for both Christopher Bradford and Monica Martinez this past year and have had a chance to get a feel for who they are and what...

Time to say ‘No’ to more property tax measures in Scotts Valley No, No, No! No more property tax measures, Scotts Valley. Having lived in this beautiful area for over 20 years, I find myself in a situation where I feel obligated to write this...

Endorsing Bradford for Santa Cruz County supervisor Earlier this year, I had an opportunity to get to know Christopher Bradford from a unique perspective. I already knew Christopher to be a good family man and a well-known and highly respected community leader. It was when Christopher...

Seniors face burden of increasing property costs Regarding Patrick Johnston's letter on Sept. 20: I too am concerned about the increase in property taxes proposed this year, as well as affording the ever-increasing exorbitant homeowners insurance costs. I have children and grandchildren that I hope...